Salvelinus Fimbriatus
📖 Overview
Found in a small oligotrophic lake about 9 km from the sea. Feeds only on zooplankton. Spawns in November-December .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Distinguished from congeners in Ireland by having 27-30 gill rakers, 16-20 on lower limb (vs. 11-16 in other species). Can be further distinguished by other species by the combination of having body depth 20-25% SL and snout conical, lower jaw not included in upper one .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Salvelinus Fimbriatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Salvelinus Fimbriatus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Salvelinus Fimbriatus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate; 53°N - 51°N, 11°W - 9°W Endemic to Ireland in Lough Coomasaharn (Kerry).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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